Wanting love is nothing to be ashamed of. The message that one must be ok with being alone to be independent is blasted at us from every direction, casting the desire to be part of a couple as weak and dependent. While I think it is great to be able to fulfill yourself, I also…

Life in Japan can be a struggle, but once you find your niche it can be quite amazing. I absolutely love life in Japan, but this was not always the case. It took some time for me to figure out how to live in Japan and have an independent and happy life. The key to…

When we move our family to Japan there is a wealth of information about how to help the adults in the family adjust, but not as much when it comes to children. Whether your kids are little ones, pre¬teens, or teens, there are some universal signs that they are suffering from culture shock. There are…